Ben Kitchens, MD
NPI 1912979592 · Family Medicine Physician · Iuka, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ben Kitchens, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Iuka, MS (NPI 1912979592).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1912979592
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 06296 (MS)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,720 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 517 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 491 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 387 | $164 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 245 | $9 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 240 | $13 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 128 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | 337 | 44 |
| Lisinopril | 317 | 65 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 276 | 47 |
| Gabapentin | 251 | 34 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 250 | 64 |
| Omeprazole | 238 | 49 |
| Potassium Chloride | 237 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$66 across 3 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-07
- Last updated
- 2010-01-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ben Kitchens's NPI number?
- Ben Kitchens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912979592, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ben Kitchens's specialty?
- Ben Kitchens is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ben Kitchens located?
- Ben Kitchens's practice location on file with NPPES is 302 Kaki St, Iuka, MS 38852.
- What is Ben Kitchens's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ben Kitchens is (662) 423-3662.
- Does Ben Kitchens accept Medicare?
- Ben Kitchens is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ben Kitchens's NPI active?
- Yes — Ben Kitchens's NPI (1912979592) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2010-01-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.